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plthijinx · 05-12-2011, 07:06 PM

which sandbox operation were you in? my new co-worker was in O.I.F. found out he was a gunner on a humvee and took some shrapnel in his leg while there.....

Big Sarge · 05-12-2011, 09:08 PM

OIF III & OIF IX; KFOR IX; Desert Shield/Storm

Big Sarge · 05-20-2011, 02:14 PM

My ills seem pretty minor compared to other folks on here. I still have a rough prostate infection. They gave me a shot of rocephin and put me on doxycycline. I've been on antibiotics since Feb. Talk about staying sick at my stomach!

Had my eyes checked at the VA. While my vision has worsened, there is no change to my peripheral vision. That's good.

I have another MRI scheduled for Wednesday.

morethanpretty · 05-20-2011, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Sarge

My ills seem pretty minor compared to other folks on here. I still have a rough prostate infection. They gave me a shot of rocephin and put me on doxycycline. I've been on antibiotics since Feb. Talk about staying sick at my stomach!

Had my eyes checked at the VA. While my vision has worsened, there is no change to my peripheral vision. That's good.

I have another MRI scheduled for Wednesday.

Minor?! I certainly wouldn't categorize them that way. That is a long time to have an infection, I hope it gets cleared up soon. Good luck with the MRI.

bauer5152 · 06-17-2011, 04:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Big Sarge

I've had nothing but bad news this week from the doctors. I feel like the VA is playing Russian roulette with my PTSD meds. Today they put me on 1 mgm of Xanax (as needed for anxiety) and 10 mgm of Valuim (bedtime because Ambien was causing problems with dreams). How do they expect people to be able function? I sure can't take this and work.

Next I get the results of a scrotal ultrasound and examination by a urologist. What was initially being treated as epididymatis turns out to be cysts that are linked to prostatitis. The urologist thinks the underlying cause might be linked to my Lupus.

For the final blow, my MRI shows I have a 5mm tumor on my pituitary gland. My primary care doctor is referring me to endocrinology. They think I might have Cushings syndromone. WTF!!!

I'm pissed. I'm scared. I'm falling apart

I also think so.

Big Sarge · 07-26-2011, 05:53 PM

Went to Urology and I still can't shake my prostate issues. I finally get to see endo next week & they are supposed to assess growth and treatment changes/options. Two days after that I go back to Camp Shelby for awhile. I know I'm too sick, but I need the money & my unit really tries to look out for me.

I feel more & more like my back is up against the wall

BigV · 07-26-2011, 06:15 PM

that is a terrible feeling Sarge. I'm saddened to hear you feel that way, and that sucks about your health issues.

Moving forward, and surrounding yourself with your supportive friends is a good move. Makiing things better for your head makes things easier on your heart and on your body. Good luck man.

kerosene · 07-26-2011, 07:32 PM

I am sorry you are going through this, Sarge. The med issues just suck. I hope you have some success with the endo and can start feeling better.

classicman · 07-26-2011, 10:21 PM

Hang in there Sarge. You got a lot of people who care around you. Let them do what they can.

Lola Bunny · 07-26-2011, 11:14 PM

Sarge: You know how I feel about you going to Camp Shelby, but I also understand love of a parent. Just remember to take care of yourself.

Clodfobble · 07-26-2011, 11:22 PM

Try to avoid pushing yourself over the edge, man. At some point they're going to figure out you're too sick anyway, and you'll have to come up with another plan. Surely you have at least some level of pension built up by now, right?

Big Sarge · 07-31-2011, 01:11 PM

horrible day. pain and swelling, even a low grade temp. it is so bad i considered trying to get to the VA emergency room, but it is almost 2 hours away. i'm trying to hold out till i go to endo on tuesday.

i have to admit my stuff is minor compared to busterb, mtp, and others here. i don't see how they manage so well. even the percocet just barely takes the edge off.

Nirvana · 07-31-2011, 02:06 PM

You are due for some relief I hope it comes your way soon.

morethanpretty · 08-03-2011, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Sarge

horrible day. pain and swelling, even a low grade temp. it is so bad i considered trying to get to the VA emergency room, but it is almost 2 hours away. i'm trying to hold out till i go to endo on tuesday.

i have to admit my stuff is minor compared to busterb, mtp, and others here. i don't see how they manage so well. even the percocet just barely takes the edge off.

Thanks for thinking of me, but I honestly have to say that my issue pales in comparison to yours. Don't ever feel guilty for "whining" about it. I don't understand how you manage and I wish I could give you more help than you're getting. Your situation makes my heart ache for you and I really hope you're able to get it sorted out.

wolf · 08-01-2011, 12:21 AM

Sarge, I don't know if you're a prayerful fellow, but I'll throw a few your way.

Good luck, man.

05-12-2011, 07:06 PM	#1
plthijinx Master Dwellar Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 4,197	which sandbox operation were you in? my new co-worker was in O.I.F. found out he was a gunner on a humvee and took some shrapnel in his leg while there..... __________________ For your dreams to come true, you must first have a dream.

05-12-2011, 09:08 PM	#2
Big Sarge Werepandas - lurking in your shadows Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: In the Deep South Posts: 3,408	OIF III & OIF IX; KFOR IX; Desert Shield/Storm __________________ Give a man a match, & he'll be warm for 20 seconds. But toss that man a white phosphorus grenade and he'll be warm for the rest of his life.

05-20-2011, 02:14 PM	#3
Big Sarge Werepandas - lurking in your shadows Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: In the Deep South Posts: 3,408	My ills seem pretty minor compared to other folks on here. I still have a rough prostate infection. They gave me a shot of rocephin and put me on doxycycline. I've been on antibiotics since Feb. Talk about staying sick at my stomach! Had my eyes checked at the VA. While my vision has worsened, there is no change to my peripheral vision. That's good. I have another MRI scheduled for Wednesday. __________________ Give a man a match, & he'll be warm for 20 seconds. But toss that man a white phosphorus grenade and he'll be warm for the rest of his life.

07-26-2011, 05:53 PM	#6
Big Sarge Werepandas - lurking in your shadows Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: In the Deep South Posts: 3,408	Went to Urology and I still can't shake my prostate issues. I finally get to see endo next week & they are supposed to assess growth and treatment changes/options. Two days after that I go back to Camp Shelby for awhile. I know I'm too sick, but I need the money & my unit really tries to look out for me. I feel more & more like my back is up against the wall __________________ Give a man a match, & he'll be warm for 20 seconds. But toss that man a white phosphorus grenade and he'll be warm for the rest of his life.

07-26-2011, 06:15 PM	#7
BigV Goon Squad Leader Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Seattle Posts: 27,063	that is a terrible feeling Sarge. I'm saddened to hear you feel that way, and that sucks about your health issues. Moving forward, and surrounding yourself with your supportive friends is a good move. Makiing things better for your head makes things easier on your heart and on your body. Good luck man. __________________ Be Just and Fear Not.

07-26-2011, 07:32 PM	#8
kerosene Touring the facilities Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: The plains of Colorado Posts: 3,476	I am sorry you are going through this, Sarge. The med issues just suck. I hope you have some success with the endo and can start feeling better.

07-26-2011, 10:21 PM	#9
classicman barely disguised asshole, keeper of all that is holy. Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 23,401	Hang in there Sarge. You got a lot of people who care around you. Let them do what they can. __________________ "like strapping a pillow on a bull in a china shop" Bullitt

07-26-2011, 11:14 PM	#10
Lola Bunny Junior Master Dwellar Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 2,728	Sarge: You know how I feel about you going to Camp Shelby, but I also understand love of a parent. Just remember to take care of yourself.

07-26-2011, 11:22 PM	#11
Clodfobble UNDER CONDITIONAL MITIGATION Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 20,012	Try to avoid pushing yourself over the edge, man. At some point they're going to figure out you're too sick anyway, and you'll have to come up with another plan. Surely you have at least some level of pension built up by now, right? __________________ My book My other book My spirit animal

07-31-2011, 01:11 PM	#12
Big Sarge Werepandas - lurking in your shadows Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: In the Deep South Posts: 3,408	horrible day. pain and swelling, even a low grade temp. it is so bad i considered trying to get to the VA emergency room, but it is almost 2 hours away. i'm trying to hold out till i go to endo on tuesday. i have to admit my stuff is minor compared to busterb, mtp, and others here. i don't see how they manage so well. even the percocet just barely takes the edge off. __________________ Give a man a match, & he'll be warm for 20 seconds. But toss that man a white phosphorus grenade and he'll be warm for the rest of his life.

07-31-2011, 02:06 PM	#13
Nirvana Back in 10 Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 3,684	You are due for some relief I hope it comes your way soon. __________________ Speaking simply... do not confuse this with having a simple mind.

08-01-2011, 12:21 AM	#15
wolf lobber of scimitars Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Phila Burbs Posts: 20,774	Sarge, I don't know if you're a prayerful fellow, but I'll throw a few your way. Good luck, man. __________________ wolf eht htiw og "Conspiracies are the norm, not the exception." --G. Edward Griffin The Creature from Jekyll Island High Priestess of the Church of the Whale Penis

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